by Hiking With Shawn | Jul 1, 2026 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Golden Circle Trail Guide A 1.5-mile Hiking Trail located in the Shawnee National Forest in Southern Illinois. The Golden Circle Trail is a 1.5-mile lollipop loop starting from the Golden Circle Trailhead in the Shawnee National Forest near Herod, Illinois. This trail...
by Hiking With Shawn | Jun 3, 2026 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Hurricane Bluff Trail Guide Have you hiked the Hurricane Bluff Trail near High Knob in the Shawnee National Forest, yet? It’s a great 4ish-mile loop with plenty to see along the way and not too rugged. In this guide, I’ll share everything you need to know about hiking...
by Hiking With Shawn | May 20, 2026 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Pea Gravel Overlook Trail Guide If you’re looking for a fun backpacking adventure, then let me suggest the Pea Gravel Overlook near Garden of the Gods, In this guide, I’ll share everything you need to know about hiking to and backpacking at the Pea Gravel Overlook in...
by Hiking With Shawn | Mar 25, 2026 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Wolf Den Hollow Trail Guide The Wolf Den Hollow Trail is a lightly trafficked, moderate 4-mile lollipop loop hiking trail near Cedar Lake in the Shawnee National Forest. In this guide, I’ll show you everything you need to know about hiking the Wolf Den Hollow Trail in...
by Hiking With Shawn | Dec 29, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Pea Gravel Overlook Backpacking Adventure Video In this video, we hike to Pea Gravel Overlook in the Shawnee National Forest for a backpacking trip. We camp, cook, and enjoy the beautiful scenery the Shawnee National Forest has to offer. What You’ll See IN THIS VIDEO...
by Hiking With Shawn | Dec 26, 2025 | Shawnee National Forest, Trail Guides
Hurricane Bluff Video Guide In this video, we join some friends for a hike around Hurricane Bluff in the Shawnee National Forest. This trail has a lot to see and is located near High Knob in Southern Illinois. What You’ll See At Hurricane Bluff This is what you can...
